Offshore Music proudly welcomes Carousel Casualties as the latest addition to its roster, marking a significant milestone for both the band and the record label. Carousel Casualties will release its new single, “Di Ko Alam,” on January 19, 2024.
Carousel Casualties started in 2016 within the confines of a modest 20-square-meter bedroom in Manila and quickly gained recognition with their inaugural EP, “Madison,” in 2017. Their sound is a fusion of indie sensibilities and captivating melodies, has resonated within the Manila underground indie scene but also reached the airwaves of local and international satellites.
The band’s journey includes noteworthy performances in prominent music venues and performed alongside global acts such as Anne Marie, Daniel Caesar, FKJ, Robert Glasper, and Korean pop band The Rose. Carousel Casualties has graced esteemed events like Wanderland 2018, Malasimbo 2019, Jack TV MadFest 2019, UP Fair 2023, and ConQUEST Festival 2023, solidifying their presence in the music scene.
In 2019, Carousel Casualties earned an AWIT Award nomination for the “Best Rock Arrangement” of their song “Margarita.” In 2020, they ventured into experimental realms with the release of their debut album, “Static Electricity Dreams of Longevity.”
About “Hindi Ko Alam”
“It’s really all about uncertainties in certain ‘situationships’ that are quite popular in today’s culture,” shares the band. “Hindi Ko Alam” is a city pop anthem that encapsulates the specific feeling of uncertainty. The song invites listeners to reflect during their commutes, whether driving, riding a UV express, or in the MRT, capturing the bustling city lights and the solitude of one’s thoughts.
The band consciously minimized layers in the track, opting for an easy pocket rhythm to help listeners digest the song better. Drawing inspiration from city pop themes of the 80s, the band took cues from artists such as Randy Santiago, Gary Valenciano, Manilyn Reynes, The Doobie Brothers, Robbie Dupree, and Michael Jackson. The result is a nostalgic and melancholic sound that resonates with classic city pop.
Emmie, Pau, Ryan, Tep, and JT persist crafting music in small rooms, promising even bigger sounds as they continue their musical journey.
“Hindi Ko Alam” is set to be released on January 19, 2024.